On March 4, 2011 Unilever United States, Inc., in association with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced a limited recall of Skippy Reduced Fat Peanut Butter Spread and Skippy Reduced Fat Super Chunk Peanut Butter Spread due to reports of a Salmonella contamination.
If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with Salmonella food poisoning after consuming the recalled product, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free confidential case evaluation. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.
Why was Skippy Peanut Butter recalled?
Traces of Salmonella were detected in Skippy Reduced Fat Peanut Butter Spread and Skippy Reduced Fat Super Chunk Peanut Butter Spread after a routine sampling made by Unilever United States, Inc. As a result, Unilever is conducting a limited recall in cooperation with the (FDA), to remove the Salmonella infected product from store shelves. Salmonella is an organism that can cause severe, life-threatening infections in those with weakened immune systems like young children or the elderly.
The affected product consists of the following UPC’s and Best-If-Used-By-Dates:
UPC’s:
- 048001006812
- 048001006782
Best-If-Used-By-Dates:
- MAY1612LR1
- MAY1712LR1
- MAY1812LR1
- MAY1912LR1
- MAY2012LR1
- MAY2112LR1
For more information on the Skippy Peanut Butter recall, please visit the FDA’s website.
Symptoms of Salmonella Food Poisoning
Common symptoms associated with Salmonella food poisoning include the following:
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Headaches
- Death
More severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis and death may occur when Salmonella enters the bloodstream.
Do I have a Skippy Peanut Butter Recall Lawsuit?
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If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with Salmonella food poisoning after consuming the contaminated product, you should contact our lawyers immediately by clicking the link below or calling toll free 1-(949) 557-5800. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and we can help.